Roma player Evan Ndicka ‘in good spirits’ after collapsing during match

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Evan Ndicka, who plays as a defender for Roma, was hospitalized after fainting on the field during their Sunday match against Udinese in the Serie A. He is currently undergoing treatment to recuperate.

The match at Bluenergy Stadium was stopped after 72 minutes with a 1-1 score when the 24-year-old player from Ivory Coast fell down without any interference from other players.

Ndicka had to be taken off the field on a stretcher and received medical attention. However, Roma updated later on and assured that the player, who previously played for Auxerre and Eintracht Frankfurt, was doing well and was in positive spirits, having been taken to the hospital for examinations.

According to an announcement made on Roma's verified account, the team paid a visit to Ndicka, who is currently in the hospital. Evan is reportedly doing well and maintaining a positive attitude.

"He will stay at the hospital for additional monitoring. Keep pushing, Evan!"

Emergency medical personnel quickly responded to Ndicka's sudden collapse, leading to the determination that the game would not continue while he was transported to the hospital for further treatment.

Roma has shared that the game between Udinese and Roma has been put on pause due to a medical emergency concerning Evan Ndicka.

The individual is aware of their surroundings and has been transported to a medical facility to undergo additional assessments. Stay strong Evan, we are supporting you!

Udinese voiced their support for Ndicka with a message stating, "We stand by you, Ndicka."

During the first half, Roberto Pereyra managed to score a goal for the team playing at home. However, Romelu Lukaku equalized the score with 64 minutes left in the game.